About this opportunity
ASTEC lists this Electrical Designer opportunity in yankton, South Dakota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
BUILT TO CONNECT
Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.
About The Position
Primarily responsible for creating electrical drawings and associated documents in support of the Electrical Engineering Department. Works with various departments to determine customer requirements for electrical and control components.
Key Deliverables
Prepares detailed 3-phase, single-phase and low-voltage DC electrical drawings including
Creates electrical bills of material, purchased parts lists, cable routing, and operational notes.
Processes sales orders and work orders.
Interacts with Engineering, Sales, Service to determine/confirm customer requirements
Coordinates with Procurement to ensure long lead time items may be identified and addressed
Assists in determining power requirements, troubleshooting of electrical systems, and aiding in installations and permitting for customers.
Key Activities & Responsibilities
Assists in determining power requirements, troubleshooting of electrical systems, and aiding in installations and permitting for customers.
Supports as necessary lending assistance in electrical and controls troubleshooting.
Supports the work order process by attending sales order meetings to gather/confirm electrical design requirements.
Collaborative electrical print checking
Timely and accurate correction/resolution of drawing errors
Engage in Continuous Improvement projects and activities as assigned.
To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:
Associates degree or a minimum of two years of equivalent knowledge/experience in a related field.
Experience with 3D-CAD and 2D-CAD design software such as AutoCAD Electrical or EPlan.
Knowledge of the National Electric Code and UL requirements.
Ability to select proper components, size starters, breakers, wiring and conduit.
Ability to read electrical ladder diagrams and mechanical drawings.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits.
Knowledge of PLC’s/No Programming Required.
Willingness to travel occasionally and work overtime as needed.
Supervisor and Leadership Expectations
No supervisory responsibilities
Our Culture and Values
Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.
Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
Respect for all individuals
Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing Environment
Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be required to use protective personal equipment for varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.
Worksite address
yankton, SD, 57078, US
Who can apply
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